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AutoCAD I: Introduction

ARCH-40001

AutoCAD I: Introduction

2.5 weeks | $525 | Online

Gain valuable experience with AutoCAD commands and menu systems.  Learn two-dimensional drawing commands, dimensioning, layering systems, and drafting techniques.  By the end of this AutoCAD training course, students will have gained experience developing and assembling a construction document, including: plotting, creating drafting symbols, fixtures and a floor plan.

Prerequisite: Good command of the Windows environment.

Software: Autodesk AutoCAD software* (download instructions will be provided by instructor on the first day of class).

*Autodesk recently updated their software accessibility for students:

  • Students enrolled in the CAD/BIM Certificate program will have free access to the student software.
  • Students enrolled in individual courses will not have free access. Those students will need to sign up for a free trial or purchase the software.


Please note the following:

  • Students must be enrolled at least one day before the course start date, due to the enrollment process and the short duration of the course. 
  • This course is administered through the Virtual Design & Construction Institute's (VDCI) online portal: ucsdextension.matrixlms.com.
  • The same suggested textbook is used throughout all AutoCAD courses.


Quarters Offered: Winter | Spring | Summer | Fall

Course Information

Online
2.50 units
$575.00
Notes: Students must be officially enrolled by and attend the first session. Prerequisite: good command of the Windows environment. Same textbook will be used throughout all AutoCAD courses.

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This course applies to these programs

CAD/BIM

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Section ID:

188729

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 4/23/2025
  • Pre-enrollment required

Note:

This is an Online Asynchronous course. All instruction and course materials delivered and completed online between the published course start and end dates. You will have access to your course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed, if you enroll on or after the published start date. To login to your course, go to your MyExtension account, select My Courses, select this course and then click the link that appears under Online Provider.

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Instructor: David Sellers

David Sellers

David Sellers received his Professional Bachelor of Architecture degree from Penn State University and is the Curriculum Manager at Virtual Design and Construction Institute. At VDCI, David works extensively with Autodesk software, and has 10+ years working with AutoCAD. In addition to teaching with UCSD, David is also regularly teaching at VDCI and Makerplace, a local maker space in San Deigo. David is an Autodesk Certified Instructor and is actively working with NCARB to receive his Architectural License in California.

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